Advocacy
Our key pillars
Championing choice, diversity, and high-quality education across South Australia.
we believe in
Family choice
Families should have the freedom to choose a school that aligns with their values, culture, faith, and educational preferences.
We advocate for:
- recognition of school diversity as a public good
- policies that protect the autonomy of Independent schools
- support for faith based and values driven education.
we believe in
Fair and sustainable funding
All students deserve government support, regardless of the school they attend.
We advocate for:
- transparent, consistent funding models
- support for students with disability and complex needs
- capital funding that recognises enrolment growth and infrastructure needs.
we believe in
Support for students with disabilities and complex needs
Independent schools play a critical role in supporting students with disability and diverse learning needs.
We advocate for:
- funding that reflects the real cost of providing specialised support
- policies that enable schools to deliver inclusive, high-quality programs
- recognition of the unique needs of special assistance schools.
we believe in
Respect for school autonomy
Independent schools must be free to operate according to their values, ethos, and educational philosophy.
We advocate for:
- governance frameworks that respect independence
- flexibility in curriculum delivery and staffing
- protection of religious freedom and school identity.
we believe in
A strong sustainable sector
Independent schools contribute significantly to South Australia’s social, cultural, and economic wellbeing.
We advocate for:
- policies that support long-term sector growth
- workforce strategies that attract and retain high-quality teachers
- investment in innovation, wellbeing, and future focused learning.
we believe in
Teacher workforce and wellbeing
A strong education system depends on attracting, developing, and retaining high-quality teachers and school staff.
We advocate for:
- cross-sector approaches to support attraction, retention and development of high-quality teachers
- policies that reduce unnecessary administrative burden and leaders and staff
- development and equal access across sectors to high-quality wellbeing initiatives.
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Our national connection
We are proud to be part of a strong, collaborative national network of Independent school associations across Australia. Through this connection, we work alongside likeminded organisations to advocate for excellence, choice and diversity in Independent schooling.
As a member of Independent Schools Australia, the national peak body for the Independent school sector, we contribute to and benefit from a collective voice representing Independent schools at a national level. This membership ensures we influence national policy, research and best practice, and champion the unique needs and strengths of our local school communities.
Our national affiliations strengthen our ability to support schools, share knowledge, and advance high-quality education for students and families across Australia.
support your school
Join us in strengthening South Australia’s Independent schools
Our advocacy is strengthened by the voices of school leaders, teachers, parents, and communities. Together, we can ensure that Independent schools remain vibrant, diverse and accessible for generations to come.
Your local Member of Parliament (MP) plays a key role in shaping policies that affect funding, resources, staffing, and the wellbeing of students and families.
Our Find Your MP tool helps parents, staff and school leaders quickly identify and connect with their local State and Federal MPs, strengthening the school community’s ability to raise concerns and influence decisions where it matters most.
